6061 Aluminum Supplier for Austin and Central Texas
Extruded Bar, Plate and Sheet Delivered to Austin Machine Shops, Fabricators and Manufacturers
Arch Metals supplies 6061 aluminum in Austin and throughout Central Texas. From our Dallas warehouse, we deliver 6061 round, square, rectangular and hex bar, 6061-T651 plate and 6061-T6 sheet to machine shops, job shops, fabricators and OEMs across the Austin metro, from downtown to Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Kyle and San Marcos.
Extruded 6061 bar is our specialty. If you run CNC lathes or mills in Central Texas and need dependable bar stock, cut to length and on time, we can help. Request a quote or call (888) 444-6061.
Why Austin Shops Buy 6061 Aluminum from Arch Metals
- Bar stock focus: deep inventory of extruded 6061 round, square, flat and hex bar in common machining sizes.
- Cut to size: bar and plate saw cut to your lengths so material arrives ready for the machine.
- Regular delivery to Central Texas: scheduled shipments from Dallas to Austin and surrounding cities. Ask for current lead times when you quote.
- Material certifications: mill test reports and certifications available on request with your order.
- Technical help: not sure whether you need T6, T651 or T6511, or whether 6061 is the right alloy at all? Our team will help you choose.
- More than aluminum: one source for 6061, 2024 and 7075 aluminum plus 303, 304, 316 and 17-4PH stainless.
6061 Aluminum Products We Supply to Austin
6061 Extruded Bar (T6 / T6511)
- Round, square, rectangular (flat) and hex bar
- Stress-relieved T6511 temper for straighter, more stable stock during machining
- Cut-to-length service available
- Ideal for CNC turning and milling, fixtures, brackets, manifolds and housings
- See sizes and details on our 6061 extruded aluminum round, flat and square bar page
6061-T651 Aluminum Plate
- Thickness from 0.500″ to 6″
- Stretched to relieve internal stress, so plate stays flat when you remove material
- Saw-cut blanks available
- Common uses: tooling plate, machine bases, fixtures, enclosures and semiconductor equipment parts
6061-T6 Aluminum Sheet
- Thickness from 0.025″ to 0.500″
- Standard sheet sizes and cut pieces
- Common uses: panels, covers, brackets and formed parts
About 6061 Aluminum
6061 is the most widely used heat-treatable aluminum alloy. Alloyed mainly with magnesium and silicon, it offers a strong balance of strength, corrosion resistance, weldability and machinability at a reasonable cost. That is why it is the default choice for so many machined and fabricated parts.
Typical Properties (6061-T6)
- Ultimate tensile strength: about 45,000 psi (310 MPa)
- Yield strength: about 40,000 psi (276 MPa)
- Elongation: about 12%
- Density: 0.098 lb/in³ (2.70 g/cm³), about one third the weight of steel
- Main alloying elements: magnesium 0.8–1.2%, silicon 0.40–0.8%
Typical values for reference only. Guaranteed minimums depend on product form, size and specification.
Choosing a Temper: T6 vs. T651 vs. T6511
- T6: solution heat treated and artificially aged. Full strength, but not stress relieved.
- T651: T6 plus stretching to relieve residual stress. The standard choice for plate that will be heavily machined.
- T6511: the extrusion equivalent of T651, stress relieved by stretching with minor straightening allowed. Common for extruded bar.
Common Specifications
- ASTM B221: extruded bar, rod and shapes
- ASTM B211: cold-finished bar and rod
- ASTM B209: sheet and plate
- AMS-QQ-A-200/8: extruded bar and shapes
- AMS-QQ-A-250/11: sheet and plate
Need material to a specific specification? Include it in your quote request and we will confirm availability.
Central Texas Industries We Support
- Semiconductor and electronics: equipment components, enclosures, heat sinks and test fixtures
- Automotive and EV manufacturing: brackets, fixtures, tooling and production-line components
- Aerospace and defense: machined brackets, housings and prototype parts
- Automation and robotics: frames, end-of-arm tooling and machine guarding
- Construction and architectural: railings, trim and structural details
- Machine shops and job shops: everyday bar and plate for prototype and production runs
Austin-Area Delivery
We deliver throughout the Austin metro and Central Texas, including:
- Austin (Travis County)
- Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park and Leander (Williamson County)
- Pflugerville, Manor and Hutto
- Kyle, Buda and San Marcos (Hays County)
- Temple, Killeen and Waco along I-35
Delivery schedules depend on order size and destination, so ask for current lead times when you request a quote. Read our announcement: Arch Metals now servicing Austin, Texas.
Processing Services
We can deliver material cut to your sizes and coordinate additional processing through our metal services: plate and bar sawing, waterjet and laser cutting, heat treating, and testing through NADCAP-approved labs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you deliver 6061 aluminum to Austin?
Yes. We ship from our Dallas warehouse to customers throughout Austin and Central Texas. Ask about lead times for your location when you request a quote.
Which 6061 temper should I order for CNC machining?
For plate, choose T651. For extruded bar, T6511 is the usual choice. Both are stress relieved, so parts move less as you remove material. Plain T6 works well for sheet and light machining.
Can you cut material to size?
Yes. We saw cut bar and plate to your lengths and sizes. Include dimensions and quantities in your quote request.
Do you provide certifications?
Material certifications and mill test reports are available on request. Let us know your requirements when you order.
Is 6061 the right alloy for my part?
6061 is a great all-around choice. If you need higher strength, look at 2024 or 7075 aluminum. If you need stainless, see 304 or 17-4PH. Our team can help you compare.
What should I include in a quote request?
Alloy and temper (for example 6061-T6511), form (bar, plate or sheet), dimensions, quantity, any required specification or certification, and your delivery city.
Get a Quote on 6061 Aluminum in Austin
Tell us what you need and we will get back to you quickly with pricing and lead time. Request pricing online, call (888) 444-6061 or (214) 221-0251, or email sales@arch-metals.com.
Arch Metals, 10990 Petal St #900, Dallas, TX 75238. Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Also serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area: see 6061 aluminum in Dallas.